Entries by aaron

Diets with high glycaemic index and high glycaemic load linked to incident diabetes: PURE trial

In a landmark study spanning five continents, researchers have uncovered a significant association between dietary carbohydrate quality and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The findings, published in the renowned scientific journal, underscore the critical role of diet in preventing this increasingly prevalent metabolic disorder. individuals who consumed diets characterized by elevated glycemic index (GI) […]

Uttar Pradesh Introduces Virtual Evidence Recording System for Doctors to Expedite Court Cases

Lucknow: The Prosecution Department of Uttar Pradesh is planning to implement a new virtual evidence recording system for doctors to expedite court cases and reduce case backlog in the state. This initiative will allow government officials, including police officers and doctors, to provide testimony virtually in pending legal matters. The state government is building a […]

New study reveals E-cigarette use poses elevated risk of heart failure

USA: People using e-cigarettes are significantly more likely to develop heart failure (HF) compared with those who have never used them. The findings from one of the largest prospective studies to date investigating possible links between vaping and heart failure were presented at the Annual Scientific Session of the American College of Cardiology. According to […]

Fire acupuncture may control symptoms and prevent recurrence in patients with psoriasis: Study

Fire acupuncture may significantly control symptoms and prevent recurrence in patients with psoriasis suggests a study published in the Medicine. A study was done to investigate the clinical efficacy of fire acupuncture (FA) on plaque psoriasis (PP), exploring its suitable syndrome types, to achieve better therapeutic effects, accelerate the possibility of psoriasis skin lesion recovery, […]

Mandibular Advancement Device Matches CPAP for BP Reduction in OSA Patients: Study

Researchers have found in a new study that the mandibular advancement device (MAD) is non-inferior to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy for reducing 24-hour mean arterial blood pressure in patients with hypertension and increased cardiovascular risk. This finding is based on a randomized, non-inferiority trial comparing the two treatments for patients with moderate-to-severe obstructive […]

Visual Impairment Among Adolescents Increase Risk of Suicidal Behavior: JAMA

A recent comprehensive study published in the Journal of American Medical Association found a significant association between visual impairment and an increased risk of suicide by highlighting the mental health challenges faced by individuals with sensory impairments. This extensive review drew data until February 8, 2024 to analyze the connection between visual impairments and various […]

Prior pneumococcal vaccination reduces mortality in elderly patients with community-acquired pneumonia: Study

Korea: Prior pneumococcal vaccination in elderly patients hospitalized for community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is associated with improved in-hospital mortality and 30-day mortality, a recent study published in BMC Pulmonary Medicine has shown. “Prior pneumococcal vaccination resulted in higher in-hospital improvement (97.6% vs. 95.0%) and lower 30-day mortality rates (2.6% vs. 5.3%) versus the unvaccinated group,” the […]

Innovative shoe technology may help reduce risk of diabetic foot ulcers: Study

Researchers have developed a new shoe insole technology that helps reduce the risk of diabetic foot ulcers, a dangerous open sore that can lead to hospitalization and leg, foot or toe amputations. “The goal of this innovative insole technology is to mitigate the risk of diabetic foot ulcers by addressing one of their most significant […]

Upper airway surgery bests CPAP for prevention of diabetes in Sleep apnea patients, claims study

Spain: In a comprehensive long-term follow-up study, researchers have uncovered significant differences in the risk of developing diabetes among patients with sleep apnea, depending on their treatment. Analyzing the large data sets collected from healthcare organizations (HCOs) in Europe and globally, the researchers found that in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), upper airway surgery […]